Jose Feliciano, Bad Bunny are 'Tonight' Puerto Rico guests

by LYNN ELBER, AP Television Writer

Thursday, January 10th 2019

This Oct. 4, 2016 image released by NBC shows Lin-Manuel Miranda during an interview with host Jimmy Fallon on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," in New York. Fallon’s “Tonight Show” broadcast from Puerto Rico on Jan. 15, will showcase artists with ties to the U.S. territory. (Andrew Lipovsky/NBCU Photo Bank via AP)

In a statement, Miranda said he appreciated that Fallon was "breaking with the traditional late-night mold to celebrate the beauty and culture of Puerto Rico" and help promote tourism.

"My family, along with 'Hamilton,' are dedicated to continuing to aid in Puerto Rico's strive for prosperity and we are thankful to be able to call Jimmy and the 'Tonight Show' team friends and partners in this mission," Miranda said.

He and the new "Hamilton" touring cast will perform the musical's "The Story of Tonight."

Bad Bunny said viewers will see the island is still recovering but has retained its spirit, adding, "we are happy, we are dancing, playing music, enjoying our amazing food because 'Estamos Bien'" — or "We're Fine," the title of his hit single.

He is set to perform his song "MIA," while Feliciano and Ozuna will join on the popular tune "En Mi Viejo San Juan" ("In My Old San Juan").

Andres will discuss the continuing Puerto Rico efforts of World Central Kitchen, the nonprofit he founded that's working to revive the island's food economy with grants and training for small farms.

The episode also will include Fallon's tour of Puerto Rico to highlight what it has to offer, including its "breathtaking beauty" and exciting activities, NBC said.